Homemade Cherry Ice Cream {National Dairy Month}

June is National Dairy Month and I realize it’s almost over, but who doesn’t want ice cream all summer long?! I want to first tell you a little about a family of Dairy Farmers from Illinois.

Dale is a fifth generation farmer, and Linda is a seventh generation farmer. Dale began farming with his parents after high school graduation in 1970. The partnership with Dale’s parents, George and Marcella, progressed until January 1, 2009, when Dale and Linda took over the farm completely as Lindale Holsteins.

Our farming philosophy

Farming is more about who we are rather than what we do. There’s more to our family than breeding good cows and winning the show ring. We’re committed to the registered Holstein breed and to promoting a positive image of agriculture.

The best thing about being a farmer

Working in the outdoors, being one’s own boss, no two days are ever the same, a sense of pride in helping to feed the world.

Below is a short video talking about how they feel about farming and showing local moms going on a tour with Illinois Farm Families. If you’re a local mom and are interested in going on some farm tours, you can sign up here.

Place it in your ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s directions.

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That recipe makes 4 quarts of ice cream and is easily halved if your ice cream maker can’t handle that much at once. I use the Nostalgia Electrics 4-Quart Electric Ice Cream Maker to make my ice cream. My family loved this cherry ice cream and I’ll definitely be making it again since it was so simple. If you make it, let me know how you like it, too!
Have you ever visited a dairy farm? I’d like to take my kids to visit one. Maybe we can get a chance to visit the Drendel family that I told you about up above since they are in Illinois.

About the author

Paula Krueger considers herself a "baby "chef, not because she cooks for babies, but because she's still learning how to cook. She started this blog after taking Wilton method classes and at that point was more interested in baking. She's since become more interested in learning to cook as her family has grown. She also covers product reviews and travel as well.

Paula Krueger considers herself a "baby "chef, not because she cooks for babies, but because she's still learning how to cook. She started this blog after taking Wilton method classes and at that point was more interested in baking. She's since become more interested in learning to cook as her family has grown. She also covers product reviews and travel as well.

Didn’t realize ice cream was so easy to make. I always thought that it had to go through a tedious process. I bookmarked this post for future use at home.R U S S´s last blog post ..BOOK CLUB FRIDAY – RAY BRADBURY’S FAHRENHEIT

Awesome recipe! I love a good homemade ice cream. We aren’t big cherry lovers, but we love ice cream so I may have to sub in strawberries! I love how simple it is.Rach @ EazyPeazyMealz´s last blog post ..Thai Noodle Bowl: Faux Pho

Honestly is there anything better then real ice cream. I think not and I have to be so careful its the one thing I can eat for hours lol Thanks for sharing.Laura (Lauras Little House Tips)´s last blog post ..Homemade Apple Fritter Recipe

OK so confession…. The only way I like cherry flavor is if it’s muted by some kind of cream. This sounds FANTASTIC!!! (At sonic, I used to order a cherry limeade with no ice and a scoop of ice cream!)Lisa Johnston´s last blog post ..The day we forgot our baby in the car.

This sounds heavenly. Add a little hot fudge and it would be just like the Cherry Bon Bon shake I always used to order from a restaurant by where we lived in Los Angeles.Nicole Brady´s last blog post ..Simple Dinners Under 600 Calories

I have the best childhood memories of growing up making homemade ice cream with my family. We never made anything but vanilla thought. This cherry ice cream looks really refreshing.Tiffany (Fabulous Mom Blog)´s last blog post ..Favorites & Friday Link Love

That ice cream sounds delicious. It’s not a flavour I’ve seen round much before. I never use our ice cream maker any more – such a hassle keeping it cold in advance in the freezer. Plus now we have our son and he’s lactose intolerant, so he eats sorbets while we have ice cream.Emma T´s last blog post ..Getting sporty with Sportsshoes.com sportswear

Thanks for sharing this with me, honestly I’m too lazy to make my own ice cream. When I was young my Mom had an ice cream making machine. I don’t have too much time on my hands, I’m busy lol.John Lopez´s last blog post ..Buy Scentsy in July

What a great family legacy! 7 generations for the Moms family and 5 for Dad’s. The children must be super happy to have all those animals around them everyday. What a great career for the kids.Joyful Gifts by Julie´s last blog post ..Healthy Gifts from La Bella Baskets